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Dr. Laporta
  • +Home
    • Sitemap Page
  • +About Us
    • Meet Dr. Vincent Laporta
    • Meet Dr. Sejal Thacker
    • Meet Our Team
    • FAQs About Us
  • -Services
    • Dental Implants
    • Full Mouth Reconstruction
    • Gum Disease Information
    • Scaling and Root Planing
    • Osseous Surgery
    • Periodontal Services
    • Gum Grafting
    • Sedation
  • First Visit
  • +Our Advantage
    • Why Should You Choose Us?
    • Advanced Technology
    • Patient Testimonials
  • Affordability
  • +Contact
    • Map and Directions
    • Appointments

New Patients Manchester: 860-506-3564

New Patients Glastonbury: 860-506-3571

Restoring Healthy Gums with Osseous Surgery

Effective Treatment for Gum Disease and Gum Recession


Patients diagnosed with gum disease may need to undergo treatment with osseous surgery, otherwise known as flap surgery. Osseous surgery is reserved for cases of moderate to advanced periodontal disease and may be the best option when treatments like scaling and root planing therapy have not been successful. Dr. Vincent LaPorta and Dr. Thacker have perfected this technique to decrease pocket depths associated with periodontal disease. Treatment for gum recession may be necessary after this procedure.
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How Osseous Surgery Is Performed

The goal of this procedure is to eliminate periodontal pockets and smooth bone discrepancies, and is usually performed when the pockets have become deeper over time. We perform this procedure under local anesthesia and will need to make a small incision in the gums. We lift the gum tissue away from the tooth to access the root surfaces and bone in the underlying area. We can then clean the root surfaces of any plaque and tartar buildup before smoothing the bone of any rough surfaces. The last step involves trimming back some of the gum tissue before suturing it in place to start the healing process.

Benefits of Osseous Surgery

Flap surgery is a viable alternative to other types of gum disease treatment for many patients. Key benefits of this procedure include:
  • Decreases pocket depths
  • Eliminates plaque and tartar buildup in the mouth
  • Freshens the breath
  • Makes teeth cleaning visits more comfortable
  • Improves gum health
  • Stops infection from spreading


Gum Recession After Gum Disease

Patients who have significant gum tissue loss due to gum disease may need to undergo gum recession treatment to restore their smile. We may include this service as part of your gum disease treatment plan and perform this procedure once the gums have fully healed.

Learn more about osseous surgery and gum recession treatment options by scheduling your appointment with Dr. LaPorta and Dr. Thacker in Manchester or Glastonbury, CT today!

Address

Dr. Vincent LaPorta & Dr. Sejal Thacker
Connecticut Periodontal Specialists

360 Tolland Turnpike Suite 1c
Manchester, CT 06042
United States

150 Sycamore Street Suite B
Glastonbury, CT 06033
United States

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